The Foraker Act of 1900
A. established an American colonial government over Puerto Rico.
B. put Puerto Rico under American military rule.
C. abolished slavery in Puerto Rico.
D. made all Puerto Ricans citizens of the United States.
E. called for Puerto Rico to be considered for statehood.
Answer: A
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